cnc machinist

quality assurance inspector

sheet metal mechanic

cnc operator

pipe welder

Advex-Corporation

A typical day at Advex will have you working very hard, while some people will do nothing at all. These people have clearly staked claim to the idea that they are above the average worker. Even if the resume of work you have may say otherwise. Management is nothing more than a speaker that broadcasts the opinions and views of the Pres and VP. After the weekly "Big Boy" Meeting concludes. You can rest assured that you will have a in shop meeting called by your boss. And in it you will hear about everything you have done wrong. I had been there a little over 3 years and not a single time have I heard or seen anyone be commended on a great effort or performance. The culture can best be described as "Sad". There is no incentive to do well or to go above and beyond. You will soon see that very little is done to maintain equipment or the facility itself. Gutters will spew water from several feet above doorways. Bare wire sticks out from the ground in some places. And many machines are tagged out due to safety concerns. The hardest part of the job is knowing that you made a mistake by accepting the position. The most enjoyable part of the day is when you clock out. Avoid this place at all costs. I am so glad I left when I did. Ive been at my new job for awhile now. And its heaven in comparison the Advex.

 Advex has the potential to be an amazing company. There are certain freedoms that you will not find at larger companies like the opportunity to take care of "off the job" issues in life that come up from time to time, understanding and helpful shop managers, and somewhat steady amounts of work...
 That being said, any management above the shop level is lacking at best. Micromanagement runs rampant. Upper management either does not (or cannot) seem to function without having complete and total control of every aspect of a job or project. 
  Pay raises are nonexistent. Even if an employee gives 110% to a job, they can expect a 1-3% pay increase per yearly review. 
  The hardest part of a typical day at Advex is determining what attitude or mood the production manager will have from minute to minute, the lack of job security due to said attitude or mood, and if you will be allowed to complete the task you are working on before he pulls you from it to satisfy whatever whim or idea has presented itself in front of him at that moment. 
   All in all, Advex could be an incredible company to work for if they could (or would) make changes in upper management and compensation.

Overall this is one of the best companies I have worked for. They only ask for you to do the job in which you were hired. It is a company that does a tremendous amount of work for the NAVY and the requirements are very strict. You know expectations coming in and they will help in any way possible in helping you achieve success. However, it is up to the individual as to succeed as management cannot do the work for you. Management has always had an open door and is willing to sit and talk with anyone. They listen to suggestions by employees and make a determination if that suggestions warrants action. The people are friendly, its real easy to fit in and become part of the team. The hardest part of the job is remembering that the requirements of the job are driven by the customer and is not driven by ADVEX. A lot of the employees believe the requirements are to hard and they don't understand why they have never had to work to the standards set up. I loved going to work everyday, even during the days that were stressful, long, and jobs that were not going well. Would work for this company again without hesitation if I still lived in Virginia.

A typical day at work as a helper in the Light Fabrication Department at Advex starting out might consist of grinding parts for up to 8 hours, or standing at a table drilling holes and riveting flanges on ducts.  Other tasks include forklift operation, operating a drill press, sheer machine, band saw, palletizing, storage, fabricating and taping covers, organization, cleaning, or assisting others with heavy lifting.  In my opinion, the way the company manages is to improvise, and considering what seems to be a fairly high turnover rate the management operates with what i would consider a not particularly rigid structure.  I didn't feel like I had one specific role or job, but could take on any tasks i was considered qualified for.  If you distinguish yourself, you will be recognized but the pay as a helper tops out pretty quick.  

This company has a lot of potential. If you want a secure job and a good work atmosphere this is the place for you. You come here and give this place a honest days work you'll benefit from this. Your treated with respect because you give it. This company wants to prospere and I like that. I've been here almost 2yrs and watched them expand. They're interested in seeing that your happy while working here. Hey let's face it if you look to find fault your gonna find it but you'll have to work a little harder to find it here. That being said you take one bad apple and it can spoil a whole batch so give a smile and one usually comes back!!

It was enjoyable to learn the different sides of Advex. Management always give good direction for certain projects at hand with the tools needed to complete them for customer requirements. The staff, as well as the employees were great to work with and if answers were needed, I always got them. The hardest part of the job was time restraints, since everything was fast paced, but I enjoyed the task to complete them and move on. Always a smiling face with most and the friendliness of the workers. Advex is very Family oriented and will work with you if problems arise. I really like that.

I inspect marine and industrial parts verifying all dimensions are in compliant with the customers drawings using various measurement devices such as, micrometers, scales,welding gauges and paint gauges.

I interface with department management regarding quality issues and quality improvements.

I have a very good work relationship with my co-workers.

The most enjoyable part of my job is we produce very precise products and each day I leave my job learning more about the marine and industrial industry.

Their mission is simple and clear... improve productivity/and output quality work. I really enjoyed my time at Advex Corporation. Everyone was willing to contribute there experience, knowledge which made it a great work culture. My reasoning for leaving: professional growth is important at my stage in life. It's human nature to wanna grow. Furthermore, I highly recommend working at Advex Corporation.

Must be able to work alone or with a group, must be able to work well without direct supervision and be able to plan and execute task with assistance from supervisor. Sometimes material given on the job is not always the most efficient for installation. The managers are friendly and somewhat helpful but you are sometimes loaned out to another contractor without adequte prep- time.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The pay is fair. Plenty of overtime. 


What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The company will not spend the money to keep up.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The atmosphere is like walking on egg shells. Due to bad hires.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
I go to work. Do my job. Go home. Atmosphere is very bad.

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